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Here’s How to Ask for Clarification From Someone Else“I don’t get it.” No one likes to say those words for fear of sounding slow on the uptake. And yet, we all have times in our...July 27, 2018
Just Checking In: 10 Better Ways to Send a Follow-Up Email“Just checking in” is a common phrase used to start emails or other messages that follow up on a previous email, conversation, or...July 17, 2018
8 Ways to Cultivate Better Work Relationships in 2018The office used to be a place where you would come, put in your eight hours, and go home to those who love you. Work wasn’t a...June 6, 2018
How to Write a Letter of Appreciation: Helpful Tips and ExamplesWe get plenty of help from others during the course of our lives, and it’s never a bad idea to say “Hey, thanks for the assist!”...March 1, 2018
To Whom It May Concern: When and How to Use It ProperlyOnce, in a time before nearly everyone had access to the Internet in the palms of their hands, it was common to begin business...November 17, 2017
Per Our Conversation: 5 New Ways to Say This Traditional PhraseNo one wants to be known as the king or queen of boring conversations. One way to prevent tedium is to avoid predictable speech...November 15, 2017
Please Find Attached: Do You Need to Notify Your Audience?When I was new to the job market and mailing out résumés (although I’m dating myself, I’ll admit that this was well before the...October 3, 2017
How to Best Introduce Yourself at a Job InterviewYou’re sitting in a reception area, dressed in a carefully chosen outfit. You’re showered and polished. Your hair is perfect....July 15, 2017
How to Write a Self-EvaluationYou’ve been asked to write a self-evaluation. That means not only do you have to reflect on the past year and demonstrate your...June 27, 2017
Office Etiquette You Should Know on Casual FridaySo-called “Casual Friday” can be more stressful than the days when the rules are hard and fast. Are all jeans verboten, or just...June 16, 2017